epec application

[amoe]

I'm working as a nurse in saudi arabia and I want to transfer to Singapore if possible next year. It is ok to apply epec now, what things to be needed?

[Lucky Charm]

When to apply?

You should apply for an EPEC only when you are ready to come to Singapore. You will still require the relevant visa to enter Singapore (if a visa is required) even if you hold a valid EPEC.

What are the documents required for application?

You will be required to upload the following documents as softcopy attachments upon request :

- a certified true copy of your tertiary academic qualification, transcript or your professional  qualification
- a copy of your passport particulars page
- a recent passport size photo taken within the last three months

Good luck!

LC

[wasabi1]

What can be used to show professional qualifications?

[MoM Man]

All the information you need in on the MoM website - go look.  Its the only source of information you need.

[Si_001]

I got my EPEC through recently. Found the MOM site and others to be useless in terms of the info you want.

As far as i know the EPEC is valid for 2 years - we are going over in november and got ours already. Not a lot of hassle and very quick. I made sure i provided everything EXACTLY to their spec though - check their FAQ on the EPEC for the dimensions & size of scanned photos etc to send. I figured if you can nail the spec then they've got no reason to delay things.

My turnaround was about a week or so i think.

good luck

[MoM Man]

Direct from the MoM Website

"Foreigners who wish to spend some time in Singapore to look for a job can apply for the Employment Pass Eligibility Certificate (EPEC). EPEC grants the holder a Social Visit Pass (SVP) valid for up to one year. The EPEC is issued on a one-time basis and is strictly non-renewable."

[Si_001]

I think the OP was asking how long the EPEC form is valid for BEFORE you use it to extend your SVP.

The SVP is valid for a year, but the EPEC can be granted and kept for up to 2 years before using it (as far as i know)

Get your EPEC sorted, its one thing out of the way and you dont have to use it within a tight timelimit.

[L4l47th]

I have sent an e-mail to MOM and it is stated like this:

Any Singapore citizen or PR aged 21 and above could be a local sponsor for your application. Applicants issued with Employment Pass Eligibility Certificate (EPEC) do not require a local sponsor and need not complete Form V39I. For more information on EPEC, you may liaise with Contact Singapore by visiting their website at:
http://www.contactsingapore.org.sg. The EPEC is valid for 2 years and can be used for once only. Within the 2 years, you may visit Singapore to apply for Long-Term SVP with EPEC to look for a job.

So, I assume that you can apply now and when you receive your EPEC, you can go anytime as long as it's not more than 2 years. I don't whether my assumption is correct or not. If I make mistake, hope that anyone will give some correction.

[Si_001]

Correct, thats what i understand... you got more from the MOM than i did!

[jacob]

I'm working as a nurse in saudi arabia and I want to transfer to Singapore if possible next year. It is ok to apply epec now, what things to be needed?

hi! i'm very interested to apply epec application..i'm also ready to come back in singapore..but when i read the requirement i got a problem..my transcript haven't release of our school, only my diploma...so what will i do?